Allergen, Grass, Canary Grass
Also known as: CANARY
Use
The Allergen, Grass, Canary Grass test is used to measure the concentration of allergen-specific IgE antibodies in the blood, indicating an immune response to reed canary grass. These measurements help clinicians determine the level of allergen sensitivity and aid in the diagnosis of allergic disorders such as hay fever or asthma. The test results can guide the management of allergic symptoms through environmental control or targeted therapy. The presence of allergen-specific IgE alone does not confirm clinical allergy, thus results should be correlated with clinical symptoms and other diagnostic tests.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test measures the concentration of allergen-specific IgE but may not correlate with the degree of clinical symptoms or skin test results. A negative test does not rule out allergies; patients may still experience hypersensitivity reactions not captured by IgE measurement alone. Factors such as sample handling, presence of hemolyzed or lipemic specimens can interfere with test results.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
Canary Grass IgE
Protein
LOINC Codes
- 6058-2 - Canary grass IgE Qn
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Use Serum separator tube for collection.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated storage required.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |
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